While the international COVID-19 pandemic has led to all our favorite designers working in isolation from home, the quality of work being put out has not suffered as a result as we can see from Jun Takahashi’s UNDERCOVER and their digital-only, Spring/Summer 2021 lookbook. Inspired by loose-fitting, rustic, folk-styling of garments, a key standout of the collection is the footwear on display here, in particular, the collaborative Nike sneakers.
Using 3D rendered models, the lookbook allows viewers to get up close and personal with each look. From what we can garner from these images, the upcoming Nike x UNDERCOVER collabs are equipped with REACT midsoles and feature Takahashi’s signature red rose motif across the lateral Swooshes. Beige, Black, and Red iterations of this new runner are shown here with no word on if these will be the only colorways to drop.
Of the collection, Takahashi had this to say:
“Despite this collection being the first that I have designed from home and despite the difficult times, with a slight uncertainty I continued to work in my usual style and was able to create something completely separate from all of the changes occurring within myself. Even with the transformations taking place, is that not good? This is the result of continuing to design in my own unique way. I feel that these changes taking place within myself and society should be accepted and viewed as a positive outcome. I cannot return to the life I had before. I must continue to push forward down the path that is unique for UNDERCOVER. Make a new life. Make new noise.”
Scroll for below further images of the Nike x UNDERCOVER looks and click here for the full SS21 lookbook. Stay tuned to SoleSavy for future updates on when this Nike collab is set to drop and how to cop yourself a pair for retail.
All photos by UNDERCOVER.
